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To: Paleo Conservative
Live cargo, yes. What I wonder is....how much Density of cargo can a Jumbo-sized BWB support, theoretically?

Where the 747F(reighter) Trounces the A380F is (despite the higher volume of the WhaleJet) is that it's 1 main cargo floor is very strongly supported for heavier loads in very dense capacity.
Whereas, the A380F, though possessing 2 cargo floors, is not designed for dense weights so it can only carry lighter yet bulky items such as FEDEX, DHL, UPS, etc. do.

20 posted on 05/25/2007 11:11:15 AM PDT by ExcursionGuy84 ("Jesus, Your Love takes my breath away.")
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To: ExcursionGuy84

My guess is that if Boeing builds a BWB freighter there will be both civilian and a military versions. I’m pretty sure Boeing will promote it as a replacement for the C-5A’s. I’m pretty sure the cargo floor on the military version will be heavy duty enough to support M1A2 Abrams tanks.


21 posted on 05/25/2007 1:06:05 PM PDT by Paleo Conservative
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